Retail & Commercial Sales Placement

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About Walt Disney

Are you an undergraduate looking for a challenging and rewarding 12 month internship with Disney?

Imagine working side-by-side with industry leaders in your field of study. Imagine gaining valuable skills to add to your degree within a family of legendary brands passionate about creating world-class experiences on a global scale.

Now, imagine yourself in a paid Disney Professional Internship. You will receive constructive on-the-job training and the opportunity to take on real responsibility within a supportive and encouraging business environment. As a valued employee you will receive essential knowledge to help you achieve success in your placement and onwards in your career.

Retail & Commercial Sales Placement

The retail business at Disney is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that works directly with our retail partners across the country, from high street superstores to online retailers, as well as our own portfolio of magical Disney Stores across the country. The team covers sales, logistics, merchandising and marketing across a range of exciting family-focused products from the Walt Disney portfolio, from DVDs to toys, food and apparel.

Role and responsibilities:

As an intern in our Integrated Retail business, you will be fully integrated in to the day-to-day commercial activities.

You will work closely with our Commercial Managers, supporting on meetings with retail partners and suppliers, helping to review product development and design proposals as well as branding and marketing activities. You will also gain exposure to contact negotiation and fiscal planning, offering you an excellent springboard for your future career.

Preferred Qualifications

• MUST be an undergraduate returning to full time education
• MUST have the right to work in the UK
• Applicants will be studying a relevant degree such as Business Management and demonstrate a passion for sales and product management

What we offer:

• The opportunity to develop your skills and experience with Disney and help build the foundations of your future career
• The chance to work in a fantastic team environment, learning from the best and with the support of a brilliant community of interns
• The opportunity to be part of Company-wide learning and development initiatives including training and networking sessions, participation in our Annual Learning Expo and more…
• The chance to attend Family and Friends movie screenings, seeing the latest Disney releases in our in-house cinema or in the West End.
• Ability to join charity projects within the community, participating in our Disney VoluntEar schemes
• Annual salary of £18,000 with 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and fabulous discounts on Disney products and shows.

We will give you the opportunity to gain experience working for the world’s leading entertainment company. There is no better place to show what you’re made of – apply now!

How to apply

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